On Tuesday, June 17th, the FDNY Foundation joined the FDNY for a graduation ceremony for 137 Probationary EMTs in Brooklyn.
The FDNY Foundation congratulates the 137 Probationary EMTS who graduated today. They are a remarkable group and we wish them the best of luck in the FDNY. We thank them for choosing a career of service and commitment to protecting the people and City of New York, and proudly representing the FDNY.
“Being an EMT in New York City is an exciting and challenging job,” FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker said. “For most people, needing emergency medical assistance is among the worst days of their lives. You are their beacon of hope, and the work you will do will save lives. As you head out to your new assignments across this great city, know that the FDNY supports you in all that you do. We are grateful that you are here. Congratulations to all of you on the start of what I hope will be an amazing career with FDNY EMS.”
Chief of EMS Operations Michael Fields said: “To our newest members, prepare to embark on a journey unlike any other. I need you to remember the profound significance of this path you have chosen. You are not just entering a profession; you are stepping into a calling that demands courage, compassion and an unyielding spirit.”
The class trained for 16 weeks at the EMS Academy at Fort Totten. Training skills include CPR; patient medical and trauma assessments; oxygen and ventilation skills; management of hypotension and fractures; spinal immobilization and emergency childbirth; and emergency vehicle operation.
The probationary EMTs will be assigned to units throughout New York City.
To view more photos from the ceremony, click HERE.